Crown Heights vs Williamsburg: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated June 28, 2026

Crown Heights
Brooklyn
Williamsburg
Brooklyn
Safety Grade D B
30-Day Incidents 593 215
Violent Crime 13 8
Robbery 1 2
Drug Activity 0 2

Verdict

Williamsburg is currently safer with 215 incidents vs 593 in Crown Heights. Safety grades: Crown Heights (D) vs Williamsburg (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crown Heights or Williamsburg safer?

Williamsburg currently has fewer incidents (215 vs 593 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Crown Heights: 13 violent incidents. Williamsburg: 8. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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